Description
Hearty Mexican Cheesy Beefy Burrito Delight wraps savory ground beef, melted cheese, and zesty seasonings in a warm tortilla. Diners will discover a simple, satisfying meal perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (lb) / 453.6 grams ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 cup / 240 milliliters shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup / 120 milliliters sour cream
Base and Accompaniments:
- 1 cup / 240 milliliters cooked rice
- 1/2 cup / 120 milliliters salsa
- 4 large flour tortillas
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, ensuring complete cooking and thoroughly draining excess fat.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning into the meat, stirring and simmering according to package instructions for maximum flavor infusion.
- Fold cooked rice into the seasoned beef mixture, incorporating half of the shredded cheese for a rich, creamy texture.
- Layer each tortilla with a smooth spread of sour cream, creating a velvety base for the filling.
- Distribute the beef and rice mixture evenly across the tortillas, leaving space at the edges for clean rolling.
- Top the beef layer with fresh salsa and scatter the remaining cheese for additional zest and melting potential.
- Carefully roll each tortilla into a compact burrito, tucking in sides to prevent filling from escaping.
- Warm a skillet over medium heat and gently toast the burritos, rotating to achieve an even, golden-brown exterior on all sides.
- Transfer the crispy burritos to serving plates, allowing them to rest for a moment before serving to let flavors meld.
- Slice diagonally and serve immediately while hot and cheese is perfectly melted.
Notes
- Trim excess fat from ground beef for a leaner protein option that keeps the burrito deliciously light.
- Swap ground beef with plant-based crumbles to create a vegetarian-friendly version that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
- Use whole wheat tortillas to boost fiber content and add extra nutritional value to this hearty meal.
- Test seasoning intensity by gradually adding taco mix, allowing personal taste preferences to guide the spice level.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 625 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg